Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC)

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#	Title	Date	Summary
251	Estate gift to benefit UNI arts collection Public Relations News Release 2009:455, p.1	05/11/2010	Mary Haskell-Hansen recently established the Mary Haskell-Hansen Permanent Collection Endowment fund through the UNI Foundation. The fund is designated for the preservation and public exhibition of the Permanent Art Collection at the Gallery of Art.
252	UNI hosts welcome reception for guests to the Cedar Valley for Dalai Lama visit Public Relations News Release 2009:452, p.1	05/10/2010	There will be a presentation discussing the cultural, political and philosophical traditions of the Dalai Lama. The presenters include: Geshe Thupten Dorjee, Sidney Burris, and Jeannie Steele.
253	UNI's Suzuki School to present spring concert May 16 Public Relations News Release 2009:447, p.1	05/04/2010	The concert will feature group performances of students on violin, viola, cello, flute, guitar, and harp. Performers range in age from 3 to adult and represent a number of northeast Iowa communities.
254	Students see it free with Panther Pass Northern Iowan 106:54, p.	04/30/2010	Forty-seven dollars of student fees goes toward a Panther Pass. This pass allows free admission to all athletic events, School of Music performances, Strayer-Wood Theatre performances, and reduced prices to the Performing Arts Center; photo.
255	Sand mandala to be created in lobby of UNI's Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center Public Relations News Release 2009:441, p.1	04/30/2010	A unique, spiritual work of art, created from colored sand applied grain by grain--asand mandala--will take shape on the campus, beginning Sunday, May 9, in the lobby of the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.
256	GBPAC maintains commitment to students Northern Iowan 106:53, p.1	04/27/2010	Performing Arts Center will lose $75,000 in funding from Student Services Fees. To make up the difference, donors will be asked to increase support; photo.
257	UNI New Horizons Band to present spring concert May 4 Public Relations News Release 2009:425, p.1	04/26/2010	The New Horizons Band is sponsored by the School of Music and the Community Music School. The group includes members ages 50 and over with various musical backgrounds who travel from all over Iowa to rehearse and perform. The band started in 1999.
258	UNI announced panelists to join the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet during morning of May 18; Public can submit questions about 'Educating for a Non-violent Public Relations News Release 2009:416, p.1	04/21/2010	Art Erickson, Judy Jeffrey, Jackson Katz, and Lee Rainey will join the Dalai Lama to discuss ways in which we, as individuals and as a society, can address issues of violence, promote civility and enhance understanding through education.
259	Student services fee decreases for students, to GBPAC Northern Iowan 106:51, p.1	04/20/2010	The portion of student fees allocated to the Performing Arts Center will be reduced by fifty percent; Center had been using student fees for operational costs; photo.
260	UNI International Dance Theatre to perform April 24 and 25 Public Relations News Release 2009:398, p.1	04/12/2010	The spring concert will take place in Davis Hall in Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. This year's show will feature dances spanning America's history, including dances of early settlers, the Charleston era, Broadway musicals, swing and big band.
261	UNI holds third annual Graduate Symposium April 12 Public Relations News Release 2009:389, p.1	04/08/2010	The third-annual graduate research symposium will include vocal and instrumental performances and poetry readings. Susan Schwieger said, "The symposium provides an opportunity to showcase innovative and diverse research and creative performances."
262	University of Northern Iowa to induct students in Teacher Education Program April 6 Public Relations News Release 2009:369, p.1	04/01/2010	This will be the 39th group of candidates inducted into the teacher education program since formal ceremonies began in 1991. Three hundred and twenty-four students have satisfied requirements for admission into the Teacher Education program.
263	Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center receives $500,000 birthday gift Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.24	04/01/2010	Ed and Cathy Gallagher donate money for Center endowment; photo.
264	UNI hosts 'An Evening with Cornel West' Public Relations News Release 2009:330, p.1	03/15/2010	West, the Class of 1943 University Professor in the Center for African-American studies at Princeton University, a social activist and author, will speak about civic engagement and the democratic process.
265	Seventh most powerful woman in the world speaks at UNI Northern Iowan 106:42, p.7	03/09/2010	DuPont CEO Ellen Kullman talked about leadership behavior during her address in the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Engagement, setting the right tone, and accountability led her list of behaviors; photo.
266	Faculty Senate suggests cut to auxiliary funds Northern Iowan 106:41, p.1	03/05/2010	The Wellness and Recreation Center, Performing Arts Center, Student Health Center, Maucker Union, and athletic programs would all feel the effects of a proposal from the Faculty Senate to reduce support from the general fund; photo.
267	UNI celebrates Women's History Month Public Relations News Release 2009:300, p.1	02/26/2010	To kick off Women's History Month, "Women in the Globalized World," a panel discussion sponsored by the Women's and Gender Studies Program, will be held in the Center for Multicultural Education, Maucker Union.
268	DuPont CEO to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 2009:288, p.1	02/19/2010	Ellen Kullman will be the inaugural speaker for a new distinguished guest lecture series featuring top corporate leaders in the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. The lecture is free and open to the public. DuPont is a science-based company.
269	UNI's CME to host discussions in tribute to Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. Public Relations News Release 2009:226, p.1	01/14/2010	Rufus Burrow, Jr., Indiana professor of Christian thought and professor of theological social ethics at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, will discuss his book, "Martin Lucher King, Jr. for Armchair Theologians" at the Book Club meeting.
270	UNI Community Music School announces upcoming Orff classes Public Relations News Release 2009:221, p.1	01/11/2010	Orff is a child-centered approach to music education that makes use of children's natural affinities for moving, singing, speaking, and improvised play. Musical concepts and skills will be presented through speech, poetry, song, games, and movement.
271	UNI Lifelong University announces winter and spring courses Public Relations News Release 2009:213, p.1	01/07/2010	The University will offer four non-credit courses this semester including: "Woody Allen Masterpieces," "Reading the American Cemetery: Landscape, Identity, and Meaning," "World Cultures and Music," and "The Ultimate Backstage Experience."
272	Birthday events and gifts commemorate Gallagher-Bluedorn's 10th year Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.22	01/01/2010	Opportunities to provide support a variety of programs at the Center; photo.
273	UNI Suzuki School announces winter and spring class schedule Public Relations News Release 2009:199, p.1	12/04/2009	The class will start in January for students ages 4 to 7 who are interested in violin lessons. Limited lesson times are available for older students and adults in violin and viola.
274	UNI New Horizons Band to present winter concert Public Relations News Release 2009:189, p.1	12/01/2009	Aaron Hansen, music specialist for Waverly-Shell Rock Schools, will be the featured hand bell soloist performing "Do You Hear What I Hear" and other holiday selections with the band.
275	GBPAC receives generous birthday gift Northern Iowan 106:23, p.9	11/17/2009	Edward and Catherine Gallagher gave $500,000 to the Performing Arts Center in honor of the tenth anniversary. The Gallaghers made a million dollar donation ten years ago to help build the center; photo.
276	Faculty requires other cuts before furloughs Northern Iowan 106:23, p.1	11/17/2009	Eighty-eight per cent of the faculty union members surveyed opposed the idea of furloughs unless similar cuts are made in programs including athletics, Gallagher-Bluedorn, and the Wellness Center; photo.
277	Students inducted into teacher education program Public Relations News Release 2009:173, p.1	11/16/2009	The College of Education held its bi-annual Teacher Education Induction Convocation Nov. 3 in the Great Hall of the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Three hundred sixty-five students (listed) satisfied the admission requirements of the program.
278	UNI's Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center receives $500,000 'birthday' gift Public Relations News Release 2009:162, p.1	11/09/2009	The gift from Ed and Cathy Gallagher, through the UNI Foundation, was announced at Sunday night's performance by world-renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman.
279	University of Northern Iowa to induct students into Teacher Education Program Nov. 3 Public Relations News Release 2009:143, p.1	10/30/2009	The College of Education will host its bi-annual Teacher Education Induction Convocation in the Great Hall of the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Three hundred sixty-three students have satisfied requirements for admission in the the program.
280	Audience roars with laughter at Regan's clever humor Northern Iowan 106:14, p.7	10/16/2009	Comedian Brian Regan entertained an enthusiastic crowd at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center; photo.
281	Mayhem Poets present their love for poetry Northern Iowan 106:13, p.15	10/13/2009	Rutgers University served as common ground for the three members of Mayhem Poets. The group met with students in an informal setting at the Center for Multicultural Education; following a performance at the Performing Arts Center; photo.
282	UNI School of Music welcomes guest artist Richard Sherman for performance and master class Public Relations News Release 2009:113, p.1	10/09/2009	Sherman, professor of flute at the Michigan State University College of Music, is active as a soloist, orchestral musician and recitalist. He is principal flute with the Chautauqua (New York Symphony Orchestra and the Lansing Symphony Orchestra.
283	UNI to host professional development day for 1,000 teachers Public Relations News Release 2009:99, p.1	10/06/2009	Malcolm Price Laboratory School will host the second annual professional development day for 16 school districts that are in the North Iowa Cedar League. This year's theme is the "Iowa Core Curriculum: Characteristics of Effective Instruction."
284	Pauline Barrett establishes $1.5 million endowed scholarship fund for UNI students Public Relations News Release 2009:93, p.1	10/01/2009	Barrett, a well-known Waterloo philanthropist, is continuing her generosity to the college and her gift has established the Pauline R. Barrett Endowed Scholarship Fund to support students from the Cedar Valley who attend the College.
285	Jungle Jack Hanna showcases his jungle friends Northern Iowan 106:8, p.8	09/25/2009	A sold out crowd greeted America's favorite zookeeper, Jack Hanna. Ninety minute show included live animals and film clips; photo.
286	UNI School of Music welcomes guest artists The Verdehr Trio for performance and master classes Public Relations News Release 2009:73, p.1	09/23/2009	The Verdehr Trio will be presenting master classes for clarinet, violin, and piano. The Trio has concentrated on molding and defining the personality of the violin-clarinet-piano trio for more than 30 years.
287	"London Escape" set to appear at GBPAC Northern Iowan 106:7, p.9	09/22/2009	School of Music to present Annual Scholarship Benefit concert. All of the events are based on a London theme. Music will fill the air in all areas of the Performing Arts Center.
288	Ingrid Mattson to discuss 'Islam: an American Religion' at UNI Public Relations News Release 2009:59, p.1	09/16/2009	The Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture Series will take place in Davis Hall in the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Art Center.Mattson earned her Ph. D. in Islamic studies from the University of Chicago in 1999.
289	Second City comedy company performs at GBPAC Northern Iowan 106:5, p.11	09/15/2009	A sold-out crowd heard the improvisations of "Second City". No subject was off limits during the show. The group received two standing ovations; photo.
290	UNI School of Music to host 28th Annual Scholarship Benefit Concert Public Relations News Release 2009:37, p.1	09/09/2009	The concert called "London Escape!," will include performances by: UNI Wind Symphony, with faculty artists Amanda McCandless, clarinet, and Chris Buckholz, trombone; Jazz Band One; Northern Iowa Symphony Orchestra and Coral Ensembles.
291	Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center Northern Iowa Today 93:2, p.6	09/01/2009	Brief history and current plans for the performing arts center; photo.
292	UNI Foundation; making an impact for 50 years Northern Iowa Today 93:2, p.8	09/01/2009	Brief history of the Foundation, which was established in 1959, with $14,000 in assets from the Alumni Association and the Seerley Foundation; raised $18 million last year; a look at some of the work that it funds; photo.
293	UNI Children's Choir offering auditions Public Relations News Release 2009:13, p.1	08/21/2009	The choir is comprised of third through eighth grade students. It will rehearse on Thursday evenings at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center and is directed by Michelle Swanson. Tuition for the choir is $50 per semester; scholarships available.
294	International students welcomed to UNI Sunday, Aug. 23 Public Relations News Release 2009:9, p.1	08/18/2009	Students from around the world will gather for the annual International Reception in the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.Last year 464 students from 60 countries enrolled at the college.
295	UNI-Cue hosts summer youth academy Public Relations News Release 2008:597, p.1	07/06/2009	A four-week youth academy is being held through July 10 to "prepare students for higher education and beyond." The adacemy focuses on improving reading skills, decision-making, leadership, citizenship and cultural awareness.
296	Black Hawk County teachers attending 'Excellence in Education Institute' Public Relations News Release 2008:589, p.1	06/25/2009	Goals of the program include forging relationships with businesses that lead to job shadowing opportunities, internships, apprenticeships "and endless possibilities for students, businesses and teachers to collaborate more effectively.
297	Former UNI faculty members Saul & Joan Diamond honored Public Relations News Release 2008:580, p.1	06/18/2009	Saul and Joan Diamond received the Howard V. Jones Leadership and Philanthropy in the Arts award during the recent Crème de la Crème concert at the colelge. The award was established in honor of Howard V. Jones, an emeritus professor of history.
298	UNI's Suzuki School to present spring concert Public Relations News Release 2008:522, p.1	05/12/2009	The concert will feature group performances of the students on violin, viola, cello, flute and harp. Robert Dunn, guitar instructor, will be the featured guest artist.
299	UNI's Suzuki School to present spring concert Public Relations News Release 2008:521, p.1	05/08/2009	The concert will feature group performances of the students on violin, viola, cello, flute and harp. Robert Dunn will be the featured guest artist at the concert.
300	UNI to hold Jazz Combo Camp, June 21 - 26 Public Relations News Release 2008:511, p.1	05/01/2009	High school campers will rehearse with their combo twice a day, receive instruction in instrumental master classes with a working professional jazz musician, and participate in ear training and transcription and guided listening.